Couch Talk W/ Dr. Anna Cabeca

Most of us have no idea how much our mouths are telling us—and not just about our teeth. In this jaw-dropping episode, I sat down with Dr. Ellie Campbell, a powerhouse in functional medicine and the author of The Blood Pressure Blueprint, to uncover how oral health is deeply tied to cardiovascular disease, hormonal imbalance, cognitive decline, and more. You’ll learn why blood pressure readings at your doctor’s office might be misleading, how mouth bacteria can trigger heart attacks and Alzheimer’s, and why mouth taping at night could be the simplest step toward better sleep and brain health. Dr. Campbell also reveals the truth about fluoride, xylitol, and why so many root canals fail—not because of the procedure, but because of the hidden pathogens no one’s testing for. This episode is packed with “aha” moments, from the dangers of undiagnosed sleep apnea to the critical blood and saliva tests that can actually save your life. If you care about your heart, brain, and hormones—and want to take back control of